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The Afghan War, Scene of the Defeat of Ayoub Khan by General Sir F Roberts, at Baba Wali, near Candahar (engraving)
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The Afghan War, Scene of the Defeat of Ayoub Khan by General Sir F Roberts, at Baba Wali, near Candahar (engraving)
1106937 The Afghan War, Scene of the Defeat of Ayoub Khan by General Sir F Roberts, at Baba Wali, near Candahar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War, Scene of the Defeat of Ayoub Khan by General Sir F Roberts, at Baba Wali, near Candahar. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 October 1880.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22520476
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1 September 31 August 72nd Highlanders 92nd Highlanders Advance Afghan War Afghanistan Arrow Arrows Ayoub Khan Battery Candahar City Of Candahar Defeat Desert Direction Encamped English Cemetery Force General Roberts General Sir F Roberts Position Second Anglo Afghan War Show Villages
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This engraving, titled "The Afghan War, Scene of the Defeat of Ayoub Khan by General Sir F Roberts, at Baba Wali, near Candahar" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print captures the intensity and drama of the Second Anglo-Afghan War. In this scene, we witness General Sir F Roberts leading his British troops into battle against Ayoub Khan's forces. The composition showcases the strategic positioning of both armies amidst a rugged landscape filled with ruins and villages. The topography plays a crucial role as it offers vantage points for military advantage. As our eyes explore the image further, we notice elements that reveal details about life during wartime - soldiers encamped in British cantonments, bullocks carrying supplies over treacherous terrain on Herat Road, and even an English cemetery serving as a somber reminder of lives lost. The meticulous attention to detail allows us to appreciate not only the bravery and determination of these soldiers but also their mastery over weaponry and tactics. Arrows fly through the air while cannons are positioned strategically to engage enemy guns. "The Afghan War" engraving serves as a historical document that transports us back to this critical period. It reminds us of the sacrifices made by those involved while shedding light on one chapter within Afghanistan's complex history.
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